Press Assistant

If you love beauty, you’re in the right place.

As the ultimate curator of over 100 of the most in-demand, highly innovative and boundary-pushing beauty brands, we are the go-to destination for worldwide beauty discovery.

Together through our neighbourhood stores, online presence and loyalty scheme, Space NK has built a flourishing community in which to discover beauty. The customer is at the heart of everything we do, and we will always endeavour to offer everything they need to help them explore, experiment, and enjoy our brands.

Job title: Press Assistant

Location: Head Office

Role Overview:

We are seeking a proactive and organised individual to support the day-to-day operations of the press office at Space NK. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a broad range of PR activities, including administrative support, event coordination, and press engagement.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues across PR, marketing, and category teams, contributing to the smooth running of press office activity. This role offers valuable exposure to the beauty PR industry and the opportunity to develop practical skills within a dynamic retail environment.

An interest in beauty and awareness of Space NK and its brand portfolio will be beneficial. We welcome applicants who are keen to learn, take initiative, and build a career in PR.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain team diaries, including scheduling key launches and events

• Liaise with category and marketing teams to ensure PR activities are aligned with wider business updates

• Coordinate mailers and PR send-outs, supporting activity to secure media coverage

• Maintain and update press and mailing lists

• Support PR events, including logistics and guest coordination

• Assist with press appointments in collaboration with the wider team

• Organise and maintain the PR cupboard and sample management

• Support outreach to influencers, brands, and media contacts

• Monitor and report on press coverage, alongside ad hoc internal reporting

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:

• Previous experience in a PR or related role is advantageous but not required

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Good organisational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively

• Confidence working both independently and as part of a team

• Willingness to learn and develop within a fast-paced environment

Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.

If you want to find out more about us, what it is like to work for us, all about our benefits, and our pledges on Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging, please visit our website.

Space NK are an equal opportunities employer.

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